Substance Use Prevention
Prevention is a proactive approach; creating an environment that promotes the health and well-being of individuals and communities, which prevents problems before they occur. Our substance use prevention programs implement evidence-based strategies in the community to prevent use of all substances.
Tobacco Prevention and Cessation
Now is a great time to take the first step toward a healthier, tobacco-free life. Commercial tobacco use remains the leading cause of preventable death in North Dakota and the U.S., contributing to cancer, heart disease, stroke, and chronic lung conditions. But the good news? Quitting works — and support is here.
- NDQuits offers free one-on-one coaching for those who smoke, vape, chew, or use nicotine pouches.
- Coaching and medications can more than double your rate of success.
- Whether it’s your first attempt or your fifth, Quit Week is your chance to try again – with support.
Let this be your time to quit!
In-Person Cessation Counseling
FCPH offers free individual counseling with either Lisa Hilbert, Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (Mayo Clinic Certified), or Robin Simonson, Tobacco Treatment Specialist. To make an appointment, contact FCPH at 701-652-3087.
NDQuits — Free Resource for Adults
NDQuits offers several FREE options so you can find the one that works best for you. All NDQuits services include free counseling, advice, support, and free nicotine replacement products for those who qualify.
- NDQuits Phone: Call toll-free at 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669). TDD users call 1-800-842-4681.
- NDQuits Online: www.hhs.nd.gov/health/ndquits
MyLifeMyQuit — Free, Confidential Resource for Teens
My Life My Quit is a free and confidential program to help teens quit vaping and other tobacco and nicotine products. If you have a teen in your life and think they might be vaping, let them know where they can go to get help with their nicotine addiction.
- Text "Start My Quit" to 36072
- Call 855-891-9989
- Download the My Life My Quit app on iOS or Android
- Learn more: nd.mylifemyquit.org
EX Program
When you sign up for a free EX Program account, you'll get access to a flexible, personalized program to help you change your patterns, find support, and explore nicotine replacement therapy. EX Program's daily text messages, interactive website, and dedicated community of experts and experienced quitters will support you every step of the way.
- Text EXPROGRAM to 88709 to sign up
- Visit: truthinitiative.org/exprogram
Tobacco Free North Dakota
Tobacco Free North Dakota is a resource that aims to improve and protect the public health of all North Dakotans by reducing the serious health and economic consequences of tobacco use — the state's number one cause of preventable disease and death.
Additional Tobacco Resources
- Parents Against Vaping
- Truth Initiative — Youth Vaping Resources
- Breathe ND — Tobacco Prevention
- NDQuits — Quitting Tobacco Resources
Alcohol Prevention
Alcohol is the most commonly used drug among youth in the state of North Dakota. Reducing the occurrence of underage drinking is a top priority in Foster County. Our alcohol prevention coordinator can answer any questions you may have regarding the alcohol prevention efforts in our county.
Parents Lead
Free resources to help parents lead conversations about alcohol and substance use with their children.
Operation Parent
Operation Parent offers free relevant webinars for parents on the topics of teens' mental health, technology, substance use prevention, and more. This includes upcoming webinars and a webinar library with many recordings.
Not In My House
Speak Volumes & The Alculator
Learn more about binge drinking prevention and how to speak volumes about how much alcohol we're actually drinking so we can all make smarter choices together.
Opioid Overdose Prevention
Naloxone (Narcan)
Naloxone (Narcan nasal spray) is available for free at Foster County Public Health, Carrington Drug, and Central Pharmacy.
Stop in for free naloxone today or give us a call for more information. Is your current naloxone expired? Bring it in and we'll exchange it.
Opioids. Fill with Awareness.
Look for a purple ONEbox near AEDs in the community. ONE Boxes contain Narcan along with video instructions that any bystander can use.
Current Locations with ONEbox:
- Midkota High School
- Midkota Elementary
- Glenfield City Office
- Glenfield Fire Station
- Carrington Public School
- Trinity Lutheran, Carrington
- Carrington City Library
- Bethel Assembly of God, Carrington
- Central City Wellness
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